First Nations Consultations For the Australian Human Rights Commission
Recommendations
Legislative Reform:
Implement anti-racism legislation with clear accountability mechanisms, advocate for the removal
of racial powers in the Commonwealth Constitution and integrate anti-racism and Cultural Safety
into Workplace Health and Safety Legislation.
Accountability Mechanisms:
Develop and enforce robust mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating anti-racism policies,
establish independent review bodies, and involve First Nations leaders in decision-making
processes to ensure genuine representation and accountability.
First Nations Advisory Bodies:
Create legislative advisory structures with real decision-making authority at local, regional, and
national levels to guide policy development and program implementation.
Standardised Cultural Safety Education:
Implement comprehensive and standardised Cultural Safety education across all sectors, linked to
professional standards and regulatory requirements, and develop an accreditation program for
organisations.
Cross-Sector Workforce Strategies:
Form a national strategy group to develop a First Nations Workforce Strategy aimed at increasing
First Nations representation and career advancement across sectors.
Standalone First Nations Anti-Racism Framework:
Develop a dedicated anti-racism framework focused on the unique needs and experiences of First
Nations peoples, ensuring that anti-racism initiatives are effectively tailored and implemented.
Commitment to the development of a standalone First Nations Anti-Racism Framework aligns with
Priority Reform Area 3 of the National Agreement to Close the Gap. Aligning key national strategic
frameworks is essential to leverage prioritisation and visibility and will assist in building
momentum and driving outcomes.
An Anti-Racism Framework: Voices of First Nations Peoples
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